Herbert Nelson dies in fatal Debaliviere Place shooting.
Fatal Debaliviere Place shooting death of Herbert Nelson.
Investigators with the Homicide Bureau are examining the passing of a man, whose identity has been confirmed as Herbert Nelson, a senior citizen aged 70. The body was located on the 20th of August in 2025 within a residential area designated as Debaliviere Place.
At approximately 6 p.m., law enforcement personnel were dispatched following a notification regarding a missing or deceased individual in that vicinity. Upon arrival, they discovered the deceased inside his dwelling, situated in the 5800 block of Pershing, and it was evident that a firearm discharge was the proximate cause of death, with emergency medical services concluding his condition at the scene.
Detectives are actively probing the sequence of events and reasons for this incident, with preliminary assessments suggesting it was connected to personal matters within the household. A single individual, described as male, is now the subject of a search warrant. There are currently no indications pointing to additional individuals being involved.
For those who may possess relevant information concerning this matter, it is strongly encouraged to provide details to the Homicide Section via their direct line at 314-444-5371. Alternatively, individuals wishing to share information anonymously and potentially receive a monetary incentive can reach out to the CrimeStoppers agency using the number 866-371-TIPS (8477). It is important to note that only tips conveyed through CrimeStoppers that contribute to the apprehension of someone charged with a serious crime qualify for the reward program.
